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IT調達スペシャリスト/ IT Sourcing Specialist

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A global eCommerce company is looking for an IT Sourcing Specialist. The selected candidate will manage IT procurement, optimise costs, strengthen supplier relationships, streamline procurement processes and monitor emerging technology trends. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage IT procurement activities, including vendor selection and ordering processes
  • Negotiate with vendors to optimise costs, delivery terms and quality
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
  • Analyse procurement costs and implement cost reduction initiatives
  • Improve and streamline procurement processes
  • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal regulations
  • Research emerging AI trends and technological developments

Requirements:

  • More than 3 years of experience in IT procurement operations (sourcing or purchasing)
  • Experience in IT procurement
  • Fluent level Japanese; proficient in English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience in AI development (Python, original LLM, etc.)
  • Prior experience in Public Cloud/SaaS (AWS, Azure, GCP, Salesforce, etc.)
  • Proven experience in project management
  • Prior legal knowledge (Subcontract Act, Intellectual Property Act, etc.)
  • Possess valid procurement and AI-related qualifications (CPP, CPSM)

About the Company:

A multinational eCommerce company that has attracted consumers worldwide. With a long history of success in offering a wide range of retail services, this is an excellent organisation to work for.

Keywords:

IT調達, ITソーシング, 購買, ベンダーマネジメント, 調達戦略, eコマース, デジタルコマース, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: 5C1YTJ

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Procurement

Industry: New Media and Internet

Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Native

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 5C1YTJ-5803F9FA

Date posted: 30 September 2026

Consultant: James Phillips